Dining In Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is home to some of Orange County's finest restaurants, garnering local and national accolades. Whether you're looking for a sophisticated spot for a business meeting, taking your family out for fine dining, or want a quick bite after shopping, Costa Mesa has you covered as the culinary center of OC. Take a couple days to spend in Costa Mesa and experience not just a vacation, but an Eatcation®!
Golden Dragon
Known over Orange County as the best in Mandarin Chinese cuisine, Golden Dragon prepares authentic dishes with a unique flair.
La Cave
Located on the westside of Costa Mesa just over the Newport Beach border, this restaurant is an iconic steakhouse and jazz club.
Hanuman Thai
Hanuman is one of the prettiest Thai restaurants in Orange County bringing upscale Thai dining to Costa Mesa.
The Den Cafe
More than just a coffee shop, The Den is part café, part venue and all community, serving vegetarian, vegan, organic food.
Garduno's Ristorante
A charming, family-owned restaurant delivering traditional Italian favorites in a warm and inviting environment.
Vitaly Caffé
Vitaly serves authentic Italian fare like handmade flat bread sandwiches, espresso drinks and gelato.
Mochinut
Served in 25 different flavors, a Mochinut (or mochi donut) is like no sweet treat you've ever tried before.
'Ai Pono Cafe
Straight from the islands, 'Ai Pono Cafe's owners specialize in Hawaii Street Food. Come in and see for yourself what authentic “Hawaii Street Food” is supposed to be!
Moulin
An authentic French bistro located within SOCO & The OC Mix in Costa Mesa. Watch bakers at work through the 17-foot glass pastry case and open kitchen.
Travel Costa Mesa • 949 South Coast Drive, Suite #550, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 • Tel. 888.588.9417
Copyright © 2026 Travel Costa Mesa
www.travelcostamesa.com
